Will Tomorrow Be Too Late

Every day I wake up I think, “Will tomorrow be too late”. In this fast paced world we live sometimes we never stop to smell the flowers. We are so preoccupied by work, daily schedules and other responsibilities; we never slow down to enjoy life or the people around us. My Grandmother (RIP) taught me a lot of things. She taught me how to pray, cook, treat people right, the importance of “saying what you mean and meaning what you say” and enjoying the people close to you while God grants you time.
We are all human and imperfect. Often, we take life and time for granted. But what happens when time runs out and life continues, or vice versa? By that I mean, when someone close to you passes and you never resolve your differences, what can be done? The answer to that is simple…nothing. Understanding this simple fact will change the way you interact with others. When you really understand tomorrow isn’t promised, you then realize how precious life really is.
When a loved one’s life ends and your time continues, it’s too late to tell them you love them, or that you’re sorry, or even thank you. Many times, when this occurs stress is perpetuated through overeating, drug abuse, sexually acting out and misplaced aggression.
The question you must ask yourself is “is it really worth it.” Does the unresolved issue trump the love you have for that person? If so, that’s between you and God. If not, take the proper steps to heal the relationship.  Love the people close to you while you can. Kiss your wife or husband and tell them how much you love them. Hug your children and tell them you’re proud of them. Call your parents and to them thank you for the love and care they have shown you and tell your brother and/or sisters how much they mean to you. We only get one chance in life. One chance to love others and ourselves properly. The world creates enough stress for us as it is; don’t let your pride, ego or unwillingness to forgive create more. Always remember “to err is human, but to forgive is divine.”